Union Pacific Corp EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
15.93
Enterprise Value
$202.26B
EBITDA (TTM)
$12.69B
Sector
Road & Rail
How It's Calculated
15.93 = $202.26B ÷ $12.69B
What This Means
Union Pacific Corp's EV/EBITDA of 15.9 is in a moderate range for Road & Rail.
About Union Pacific Corp
Union Pacific Corp (UNP) operates in the Road & Rail sector, specifically in Road & Rail. With a market capitalization of about $173.55B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $291.23, within a 52-week range of $210.84 to $315.99 (-7.8% from the high, +38.1% from the low). Beta of 0.97 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 28.9%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Union Pacific Corp, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Road & Rail. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 15.93x EV/EBITDA, Union Pacific Corp (UNP) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $202.26B and EBITDA near $12.69B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the UNP metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Within the Road & Rail sector, EV/EBITDA levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Union Pacific Corp's current EV/EBITDA of 15.93 should be read alongside other UNP metrics on this site and with sector norms — not in isolation. View all Road & Rail stocks.
Key Takeaways
- UNP is grouped in the Road & Rail sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.97 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 28.9% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is UNP's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Union Pacific Corp's ratio is about 15.93 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Road & Rail.
Is 15.93 high or low vs peers?
EV/EBITDA norms differ in Road & Rail; compare UNP with closest business-model peers.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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